Traveling from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) to Glasgow: what you need to know
Glasgow is four hours ahead of Washington DC, where Washington Dulles International Airport is located. Glasgow observes the UTC+0 timezone.
To avoid rushing for your IAD to Glasgow flight, allow plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
If you're traveling during a major holiday or another peak period, give yourself more time. A good general rule is two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Security and check-in lines will be longer.
We make it easy to book plane tickets from IAD to Glasgow with a stopover. To see all the options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Major stopovers include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
Located around 25 miles from the center of Washington DC, IAD can be reached in about 50 minutes by car. The journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Washington Dulles International Airport to Glasgow? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near IAD:
74.39% of flights that depart Washington Dulles International Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
IAD is located at 1 Saarinen Circle.
How to find the cheapest flights from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) to Glasgow
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Washington Dulles International Airport to Glasgow flight is $209. The cheapest price for a return flight is $473. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from IAD to Glasgow if you book early. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird rates.
If you have flexibility with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the lowest price across each month when looking for a Washington Dulles International Airport to Glasgow ticket.
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Airports in Glasgow
Glasgow International Airport (GLA)
Glasgow International Airport (GLA) to central Glasgow takes about 15 minutes to reach by car. The center is roughly 9 miles away.
It takes around 35 minutes when traveling by public transport.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Washington Dulles International Airport to Glasgow, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these accommodation options near GLA:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Glasgow International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Green Motion, Drivalia or Alamo and explore beyond Glasgow's usual tourist stops.
Reserving your vehicle from Glasgow International Airport around three weeks in advance of your flight from IAD to Glasgow can help you secure the lowest rate.
Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK)
Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK) is around 30 miles from central Glasgow. After your flight from Washington Dulles International Airport to Glasgow, it'll take you around 40 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
You can expect the journey to take roughly 55 minutes on public transport.
Following your IAD to Glasgow flight, unwind at a hotel near PIK. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you switch to relaxation mode:
Forget about inconvenient public transport schedules or waiting in a long cab line. Grab a Glasgow Prestwick Airport rental car and take your trip in whatever direction you choose. Compare offers from Europcar, Keddy By Europcar and Arnold Clark.
Avoid potential price surges. Booking your ride two weeks ahead of your arrival at PIK can get you a lower rate.
Best time to go to Glasgow
Travel to Glasgow in high season if you like a busy atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices are generally higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Washington Dulles International Airport to Glasgow during the off-season when prices are cheaper and it's not as busy.
Lock in a Washington Dulles International Airport to Glasgow plane ticket with a departure in July if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 48ºF to 68ºF.
Look for cheap tickets from IAD to Glasgow in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 30ºF and 45ºF on average.
More about Glasgow
Start your Glasgow trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Washington Dulles International Airport to Glasgow, check out our range of accommodation options including:
Every great adventure has to include some sightseeing. Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum, Glasgow Cathedral and Riverside Museum are attractions you won't want to skip in Glasgow.
Explore more of United Kingdom
Glasgow is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of United Kingdom waiting to be explored. About 250 miles south-east of Glasgow, a trip to Birmingham will keep your itinerary busy. Start with leading sights like Cadbury World, The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre.
If you're interested in discovering another corner of United Kingdom, head for Cardiff, about 310 miles south of Glasgow. Cardiff Castle, Bute Park and Cardiff Bay are highlights.